Karate Creed

Donald I. Buck

I come to you with only "karate" — empty hands I shall conduct myself in a manner which will reflect credit to the School of the Tiger and myself. I shall be honest and exercise integrity with the purpose of developing cooperation and trust with my Sensei and fellow karateka. I come to you with only "karate" - empty hands. I have no weapons, but should I be forced to defend my Country, my Family, my Principles, or my Honor : Should it be life or death, right or wrong: Then here are my weapons "karate"- my empty hands